About Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar

About Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar

• It is organized to celebrate the energy, determination, ability, zeal and enthusiasm of our children.
• It is the highest civilian honor for children in India.
• The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar organized by The Ministry of Women and Child Development Government of India
• It is awarded annually to children for exceptional achievements in seven categories:
  • Art & Culture, Bravery, Innovation, Science & Technology, Social Service, Sports, and Environment.

Eligibility

• A child should be an Indian Citizen.
• A child above the age of 5 years and not exceeding 18 years (as of 31st July of respective year).
• The act/incident/achievement should have been within 2 years of the last date of receipt of application/nomination for the year of consideration.
• Number of Award will be 25, however, any relaxation to this maximum number may be permitted at the discretion of the National Selection Committee.
• Each awardee will receive a medal, certificate and citation booklet.

Q1: What is art?

It is a visual object or experience consciously created through an expression of skill or imagination.

Source: ET